By Ayomide Otitoju Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, alongside family members, government officials, and associates, will on Thursday, May 15, commemorate the one-year remembrance of the late Deputy Chief of Staff, Mr. Gboyega Soyannwo, with a Memorial and Thanksgiving Service scheduled to hold at the Redeemed Christian Church of God, The Covenant House, Victoria…
By Ayomide otitoju The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has submitted a proposed budget of ₦126 billion for the 2025 fiscal year. INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, made the request during a budget defense session before the National Assembly on Friday, emphasizing the need for sufficient funding to fulfill the commission’s constitutional responsibilities. “Our proposal…
By Ayomide Otitoju MTN Nigeria’s sudden increase in data prices has sparked widespread criticism on social media, with many subscribers expressing frustration over the steep hikes. The telecommunications giant raised the cost of its 15GB data bundle from N2,000 to N6,000, a 200% increase, despite regulatory approval from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) allowing only…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky made a request to US President Joe Biden in one of their recent phone conversations to designate Russia a state sponsor of terrorism, according to a person familiar with the matter. Zelensky’s ask didn’t come with the same level of urgency with which he’s requested Western leaders provide additional arms and…
Pep Guardiola was clearly far from impressed at Erling Haaland giving up his penalty duties to Ilkay Gundogan during Manchester City’s clash with Leeds only for the German midfielder to miss his spot kick. Guardiola’s side looked to once again be cruising to another three points after Gundogan’s brace in the first half.Leeds had a…
The U.S. State Department has approved a $7.2 billion sale of F-35 fighter jets to Romania, a NATO ally, aimed at strengthening regional security. The deal, announced on Friday, includes the purchase of 32 F-35A aircraft and related equipment from American defense giant Lockheed Martin. However, it still requires approval from the U.S. Congress. “This…
The National Industrial Court in Port Harcourt has ruled that the 2014 termination of Mr. Patrick’s employment by United Bank for Africa (UBA) was wrongful, ordering the bank to pay him N12.5 million in compensation. Court’s Findings and Compensation BreakdownIn a landmark ruling, Justice Zaynab Bashir determined that UBA breached the terms of Mr. Patrick’s…
A former police captain who promises to be tough on crime has been declared the winner of the race to pick a Democratic candidate to be New York City’s mayor. Eric Adams, currently borough president of Brooklyn, is now likely to become the city’s second black leader. The winner of the party primary is all…
…assures continued unity and togetherness in the party Trust Africa News, Ayomide Otitoju Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has asserted that the seamless process of the Kogi State All Progressive state Congress on Saturday was an example of practical leadership being witnessed in the party. He stressed that the APC in the state have imbibed…
